 FS: 3 point Strut braces front and rear, Fabbing my own brand of braces get em while they're hot! |
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 Dec 9, 2010 - 10:31 PM
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 Enthusiast  Joined Jan 11, '07 From carmel, new york Currently Offline Reputation: 7 (100%)  |
Well guys it looks as if this is actually going to move into the realm of production. Please be patient, I want to get the materials down, but it's looking promising on all material types so far. Thanks for your interest.
Mods: I will be changing the title and heading next week if all goes well with material pricing. Not sure of the rule on feelers and changing them to actual sale posts. Thanks to all who were interested, Art This post has been edited by Darkchylde: Dec 10, 2010 - 10:42 AM |
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Dec 11, 2010 - 12:37 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 11, '07 From carmel, new york Currently Offline Reputation: 7 (100%) |
Going to Culp's place tomorrow for the measurements, then it should be away we go. Fingers crossed guys & gals. And to think this all started because I thi k 4
 is to much to pay for some aluminum eh! 
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Dec 11, 2010 - 9:39 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 11, '07 From carmel, new york Currently Offline Reputation: 7 (100%) |
Got back from Jersey a couple of hours ago temp jigs are made. Off to the shop monday morning to make the permanent ones. I have also decided to make the body supports for the front clip. I am also going to attempt the harness bar. But it may be a little more expensive as it's a four part piece. I might even make the subframe connector if there is enough interest. So chime in folks.
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Dec 11, 2010 - 10:36 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Jan 17, '08 From JB MDL, NJ Currently Offline Reputation: 30 (100%) |
Underbraces?
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Dec 11, 2010 - 11:37 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Feb 28, '08 From Miramar, Florida Currently Offline Reputation: 16 (100%) |
I am in for both front and rear solid 3 point braces. If you can make them out of aluminum that would be great. Post pics of the actual product when you get them. Thanks!
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Dec 12, 2010 - 12:29 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 11, '07 From carmel, new york Currently Offline Reputation: 7 (100%) |
I believe they are actually called fender braces Spida' http://www.rhdjapan.com/media/catalog/prod...rmal/Image1.jpg
http://www.rhdjapan.com/media/catalog/prod...rmal/Image2.jpg I am note sure which is actually for our body style, but I am going to fab it from the picture and the bolt layout under my fender. I can't remember how to post pics been a long time, if the links don't work cut and paste they should take you to both items. Or just search fender braces on rhdjapan.com. Either way if your interested let me know. |
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Dec 12, 2010 - 8:45 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 17, '08 From JB MDL, NJ Currently Offline Reputation: 30 (100%) |
Ive always wondered if those things actually did anything.
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Dec 12, 2010 - 11:07 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 11, '07 From carmel, new york Currently Offline Reputation: 7 (100%) |
I am sure that they reduce flex by at least a small amount, any reduction equals greater stability and handling. I saw a couple of three point versions for the seventh gen. Not sore which to produce will decide by mid week.
Here is a link to the product:http://www.rhdjapan.com/j-speed-sujigane-front-fender-brace-st185-st205-celica-54152 As it stands now I'll be making the rear braces first I think to gain a little capital. Then I will be working on the front brace and harness bar. Still not completely sure what you guys are looking for. Are you looking for true functionality out of the harness bar or just looks? If you want it just for looks let me know, same for functionality, I want everyone to get what they want ou of this. This post has been edited by Darkchylde: Dec 12, 2010 - 11:16 AM |
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Dec 13, 2010 - 12:30 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Dec 29, '05 From So-Cal Currently Offline Reputation: 12 (100%) |
functional...and please start with the REAR strut bar.
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Dec 13, 2010 - 8:58 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 11, '07 From carmel, new york Currently Offline Reputation: 7 (100%) |
No progress today, had alot to do with the family. Back to it tomorrow, sorry guys. I know you guys really want to see a prototype, it's coming I promise. Thanks for your patience.
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Dec 15, 2010 - 12:06 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Aug 2, '06 From bay area Currently Offline Reputation: 21 (100%) |
I want functionality out of everything. Front strut and harness bar
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Dec 15, 2010 - 12:26 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Aug 20, '10 From South Australia Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
I would live a front one by post to Australia would be a bit I assume?
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Dec 15, 2010 - 1:10 AM
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 Enthusiast Joined Mar 16, '09 From New York Currently Offline Reputation: 23 (100%) |
Id be interested in the front one, the megan one I have I dont really like
-------------------- I've spilt my heart into this car :) And I don't ever plan to stop  - 6GC for Life - >Semper Fi< 1994 Cupra :p 3sgte 1995 Celica ST DD 1969 Chevelle SS alllll balls. P2 approved! |
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Dec 15, 2010 - 12:38 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Apr 17, '10 From U.P. michigan GO STATE Currently Offline Reputation: 3 (100%) |
QUOTE (mgnt232 @ Dec 15, 2010 - 2:10 AM)  Id be interested in the front one, the megan one I have I dont really like i might be interested in buying it if you get a new one. just not right away. -------------------- It takes 8,460 bolts to assemble an automobile, and one nut to scatter it all over the road.
 Celica: The name is derived from the Spanish word for "heavenly" or "celestial". Back-2-Back July COTM 15&16 |
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Dec 15, 2010 - 1:01 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Mar 16, '09 From New York Currently Offline Reputation: 23 (100%) |
Yeah when ever, its not even on my car now. You have to cut the inner hood which was fine with the stock hood, but my CF hood it just wont work
-------------------- I've spilt my heart into this car :) And I don't ever plan to stop - 6GC for Life - >Semper Fi< 1994 Cupra :p 3sgte 1995 Celica ST DD 1969 Chevelle SS alllll balls. P2 approved! |
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Dec 15, 2010 - 1:31 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Apr 17, '10 From U.P. michigan GO STATE Currently Offline Reputation: 3 (100%) |
hmmm i see. i will pm you sometime about it.
-------------------- It takes 8,460 bolts to assemble an automobile, and one nut to scatter it all over the road.
Celica: The name is derived from the Spanish word for "heavenly" or "celestial". Back-2-Back July COTM 15&16 |
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Dec 15, 2010 - 7:24 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 11, '07 From carmel, new york Currently Offline Reputation: 7 (100%) |
Well, finished the mock up for the rear brace jig today. I have a a picture on the first page, keep in mind that this is only a very rough mock up to create the metal jig to replace the wooden one that I made. Tomorrow I will post a finished one. I will also be making the oem style brace for those that want them.
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Dec 15, 2010 - 8:12 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Jan 29, '07 From Hoyt Lakes, MN Currently Offline Reputation: 11 (100%) |
Keep in mind that the mounting points changed between 94-95 to 97-99. IIRC thats what dustin(batman) said. Because he was making the RCR bars.
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94 Celica st black DD (bad weather beater)- totaled deer 95 Celica gt silver- chassis sold 88 Celica All-Trac (Burned to a crisp) 94 Celica gt white (sold) In need of a rust free chassis!!!! |
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Dec 15, 2010 - 8:15 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 11, '07 From carmel, new york Currently Offline Reputation: 7 (100%) |
I posed that question earlier. If anyone in the new york area has a 97+, There is a discount in it for you.
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Dec 15, 2010 - 8:26 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Jul 27, '06 From Soda Currently Offline Reputation: 9 (91%) |
dude, that looks good! aluminum please
 i'm looking forward to the front bars --------------------  |
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